COPPERAS COVE, Texas — A Copperas Cove ISD assistant principal has been named as the best in the region by the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP).

Former Copperas Cove Jr. High assistant principal Kelly Thompson has been named by the TASSP as the top middle school assistant principal in Region 12 for the 2025-2026 school year, the district has announced.

According to Copperas Cove ISD, Thompson served as assistant principal at Cove Jr. High from January 2022 until July 2025, when she was promoted to principal at Martin Walker Elementary School.

“Being named TASSP Region 12 Assistant Principal of the Year is truly an honor,” Thompson said. “I love my job and the incredible school community I get to serve every day. This recognition comes from leading with heart to s

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